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Summary of the contracting process

Pennon Group PLC, a private utility company based in Exeter, United Kingdom, is seeking a qualified provider to deliver comprehensive cleaning services, including consumables and washroom support, across its estate. This procurement falls within the services category and will be carried out using a selective Competitive flexible procedure. The contract's total value is approximately £7,602,000 gross. The deadline for expressing interest is 27th July 2026, and the inquiry period concludes on 20th July 2026. Services are expected to be provided across regions UKJ and UKK, starting from 6th January 2027, for an initial period of three years, with possibilities for extension.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in cleaning and sanitation services, as well as those providing cleaning and polishing products within the specified regions. Companies suited to compete in this tender would benefit from aligning with the quality and price criteria set by the buyer. The contract is designed with terms favourable for SMEs, offering a substantial market entry into utility service procurement. With the potential for a contract extension, participants have prospects for long-term revenue growth and establishing a robust partnership with a major private utility entity.

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Notice Title

Pennon Group Cleaning Services

Notice Description

The purpose of this Contract is to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Provider to deliver cleaning, consumables, washroom and associated support services across the Pennon Group estate. Please see PSQ Document for more information. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://pennon.esourcingportal.com/current_opportunities.cfm

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The initial contract term is three (3) years, with the option to extend for two (2) years in annual increments (3+1+1).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06becd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060625-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

39800000 - Cleaning and polishing products

90900000 - Cleaning and sanitation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,335,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£6,335,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Jan 2027 - 6 Jan 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PENNON GROUP PLC
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX2 7HR
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
St Loyes
Westminster Constituency
Exmouth and Exeter East

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